Shadow of the Erdtree introduces a new progression system with Scadutree Fragments & Revered Spirit Ash for a balanced experience. Scadutree Blessings give 4-5% extra damage & defense, while Spirit Ashes provide more per level but scale quicker. Gathering Fragments and Ashes crucial for surviving tough enemies in Dlc, but there's a limit to leveling blessings.

In a first for FromSoftware games, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree introduces an entirely new progression system separate from the base game's Rune Levels, which the Dlc's content is balanced around. Gathering Scadutree Fragment and Revered Spirit Ash , which can be found at specific locations spread around the Land of Shadow, players can make either themselves or their Spirit Ashes (and Torrent) stronger, respectively but it can be hard to know exactly how much of an effect each individual level can have.

For most players, Scadutree Fragments in Shadow of the Erdtree will prove very important to collect,...